MS and Health Insurance...Health insurance coverage is important for anyone but especially so for someone who has MS. In some countries, such as Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany, patients access medical care... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for later
Urinary Incontinence, Frequency, Retention...Bladder dysfunction is a common symptom with MS which includes problems with urination such as incontinence, frequency, and retention. These types of bladder problems affect an estimated 8 out of... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Common MS Myths & Misconceptions...Several common misconceptions about MS which have persisted over time are explained below. Most of these myths overstate the difficulties that you may encounter living with MS. Most people with... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Managing Anxiety, Mood Changes, and Other MS Emotional Symptoms...There are a variety of treatments options available for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who experience emotional symptoms, including anxiety, mood swings, pseudobulbar affect (PBA), and stress. Since anxiety typically... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Sexual Dysfunction...Sexual dysfunction is a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS). Sexual dysfunction includes problems that affect how you enjoy your sexuality. It can affect your overall sexual health. And that... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Emotional Changes...When thinking about multiple sclerosis (MS), we often think of the physical symptoms like pain, numbness, or trouble with walking. However, MS can also take a toll on a person’s... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Bowel Problems...Although symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) vary significantly between people, bowel problems are common. Bowel issues can be difficult to deal with. In some cases, they are unpredictable or severe... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Information for Parents of a Child with MS...Pediatric MS can bring many challenges. These may evolve and change along with a child’s age or developmental stage. However, having MS does not mean your child won’t have a... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Management of Cognitive Problems - Unpublished...Once you have received a cognitive evaluation and cognitive impairment has been identified, you and your doctor will discuss treatment options and other management approaches. There are three types of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Corticosteroids...Corticosteroids, also called glucocorticoids or steroids, are drugs that are designed to mimic cortisol, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that has anti-inflammatory effects. Corticosteroids are used to manage... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Zanaflex (tizanidine hydrochloride)...Zanaflex® is a medicine indicated for the management of spasticity. It has a short-acting therapeutic effect, so treatment should be reserved for those daily activities and times when relief from... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Cognitive Changes...In multiple sclerosis (MS), the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks itself. This leads to damage in the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Baclofen...Baclofen is a skeletal muscle relaxant used to treat muscle symptoms caused by multiple sclerosis (MS), including spasm, pain, and stiffness. It is classified as an antispastic agent. It inhibits... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Mobility and Gait Problems...In multiple sclerosis (MS), the body mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS plays a role in many of our body’s functions. The brain and... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
How Do Lifestyle Factors Affect MS Risk?...There is no single cause of multiple sclerosis (MS). Doctors think MS is caused by a combination of genes, environment, and lifestyle choices. While you cannot change your genes, you... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
What Is an MS Cluster?...When people in a community who live close to one another develop MS, it’s natural to wonder whether their disease resulted from common exposure to something in the local environment... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Dizziness and Vertigo...Dizziness and vertigo are common experiences for many people. These can occur on their own or as a result of another underlying condition. Multiple sclerosis (MS) and its related damage... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Products in Development...For many health conditions, products are constantly being developed to improve treatment. With multiple sclerosis (MS), many new products are being researched. These may provide improved treatment options for people... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Gilenya (fingolimod)...Gilenya® (fingolimod) is a sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor modulator. It is used to treat people with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). This includes clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Rebif (interferon beta-1a)...Rebif® is an interferon beta indicated for the treatment of patients with clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), or active secondary progressive MS. It is a disease-modifying drug... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later